We Love the Pool!

Anyone who lives in Nevada in the summertime knows the only thing you can do with children in this extreme heat is go swimming. Luckily, Connor loves the water. We found this great pool that is very toddler friendly. It reminds me of the beach since it gradually gets deeper, rather than just having a few steps for kids to play on. Connor enjoys running around in the 1 ft deep water, splashing and blowing bubbles. He even has a little swim diaper tan line!

Say "Cheese!" - What is up with this face?

We're not too sure why Connor always pulls this face when we take a picture of him. Our digital camera has a tiny red flashing light that comes on right before you take the picture to help reduce red eye, so maybe he's squinting from that light? Here are a few pictures I've found over the last few months of this famous face. Jake and I can't help but laugh every time we look at them.

My Beautiful Wife

I wanted to surprise my wife by writing a special note to her for her birthday, and since she is by far one of the most intelligent people I know, I knew she would catch me and wouldn't be surprised if I tried to do this on her birthday. So I decided the best way to surprise her would be to put this on here a week after her birthday (at least thats what I am telling myself). I wanted to let Emily know how much I Love Her! I couldn't have asked for a better wife. She loves me for who I am (many of you understand that isn't the easiest thing in the world to do) and I am a better person because of her. Just so you understand how supportive and loving she is, we have been married for 2 1/2 years. In that time we have moved 3 times, she has birthed 1 son, we have 1 more on the way, and she passed the CPA exam in her spare time. The best part is that she still loves me. I Love Her with all my heart and couldn't ask for a better friend, wife, mother, to raise a family and go through life with!

Happy Birthday To Me!

Today I turned 25! Wow, does time fly. I found this picture of me when I was about 3 months old and thought I'd post it. I think we now know where Connor gets his fat cheeks from :) Overall I had a really great birthday. Thanks to my wonderful husband, family and friends for making it so special!

First Doctor's Visit

Last Friday we were able to go to the doctor's for the first time, hear the baby's heartbeat, and see him/her on the ultrasound machine. You probably can't tell from the grainy picture above, but we were able to see arms and legs and fingers and toes! The doctor confirmed that the due date is December the 20th. We're very excited and will keep you all updated once we find out in July whether we're having a boy or a girl.